Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado BK

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Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado BK

Sadowsky

MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado BK

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Product Info

Article Number: 599162
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado BK
Price: $1,153.90

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This Sadowsky MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built instrument, blending vintage aesthetics with modern functionality. The JJ5 pickups and active EQ offer a wide range of tones, from classic J-Bass growl to more modern sounds. It's ideal for players seeking a versatile, high-quality 5-string with a comfortable neck and a unique look.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado BK
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Okoume
  • Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Morado
  • Fingerboard radius: 12"
  • Scale: 864 mm (34")
  • Nut width: 47.5 mm
  • Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
  • 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
  • Pickups: 2 passive hum-free stacked Sadowsky J-style (middle and bridge) single coils - bridge pickup in 60s position
  • Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
  • Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
  • Sadowsky bridge with quick string release
  • String spacing at the bridge: 18 mm
  • Distance from the thickest to the thinnest string: 72 mm
  • Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gears
  • Sadowsky S-Style security locks
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: .045 - .135 Stainless Steel
  • Weight: max. 4.8 kg
  • Colour: Solid Black
  • high-gloss
  • Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
  • Sadowsky Fingerboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
  • • Okoume body offers a balanced, resonant tone with surprising sustain.
  • • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
  • • Morado fingerboard offers a unique feel, smoother than rosewood with a brighter tone.
  • • Sadowsky pickups deliver a balanced, vintage-inspired J-Bass tone with clarity.
CONS
  • • Okoume can be a bit plain aesthetically compared to more figured woods.
  • • Active electronics, while versatile, introduce a potential point of failure.
  • • The 34” scale might feel a little long for smaller hands or players used to shorter scales.

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Key Features

Body Material Okoume
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Morado
Pickups Sadowsky J-Style Stacked Single Coils (Middle/Bridge) & Active 2-Way
Scale Length 864 mm (34")
Frets 21 Nickel Silver
Strings Not Specified (likely 5-string set, .045-.130)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - estimated based on similar models

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Frequently Asked Questions

Morado tends to be a bit brighter and snappier than rosewood, offering a more articulate response, while still retaining a comfortable playing feel.
Yes, the push/pull function provides a straightforward way to completely bypass the active preamp, returning the bass to a purely passive signal.
The 18mm string spacing at the bridge is fairly standard for a 5-string, providing a comfortable balance between playability and fingerstyle accessibility.

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